May 30

 
1 Kings 3-4
Solomon was the wisest man who has ever lived. This passage says that that he wrote thousands of proverbs and numerous psalms, not to mention all that he wrote about the created things of God. Yet, we have but a couple dozen of his proverbs. Wouldn't it be something if we could uncover all of his writings? Perhaps we aren't able because we might exalt him to a position that would be too high. We seem to have that tendency. Consider how much entertainers are idolized. There are people who don't come close to the wisdom of Solomon who are looked upon as godlike. We must be careful to never place anyone in a position that competes with God. He is the only one worthy of our idolization. Even Solomon would have to acquiesce to God. For it was God who endowed him with his wisdom. It is God who gives talents, gifts, and intelligence. None have the right to claim glory for what the Lord has provided!